Multiple choice

Directions: The sentence below or part thereof has been underlined. The underlined part may have an error of grammar or diction. Select the option that best corrects the error, if any.

Upon reaching London, the travel agency sent a car to pick us up.

  1. Upon reaching London, the travel agency sent a car to pick us up.

  2. When reached London, the travel agency sent a car to pick us up.

  3. When London was reached, the travel agency sent a car to pick us up.

  4. Upon reaching London, we were sent a car by the travel agency.

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D Correct answer
Explanation

The original sentence seems to be saying that the travel agency reached London, but the phrase, “reaching London” could only modify “we”. Thus, option 4 is the correct answer.